Last year's winner Nicol David successfully defended her title after beating Jenny Duncalf 11: 8, 11: 8 and 11: 4 in the final. It was Nicol's third title win of the year and her 44th career title overall.
The field of participants in the women's competition consisted of 16 players, four of which were reserved for qualifiers. The eight best players were seeded. Per Wildcard received Marlene West a spot in the main draw.